Company Overview

Before we opened Strive Pharmacy we were unsatisfied with the current state of the pharmaceutical industry. Most of the current pharmaceuticals only offer a one size fits all approach and often come with unwanted and potentially dangerous side effects. We found that through compounding we can offer a much more personalized solution to medicine.

Through this we have been able to help patients get the results they are seeking for their personal needs. After years of working for corporate chains we took the risk and opened Strive Pharmacy. We are dedicated to providing a better experience for each customer and clinic that we work with. Come see the Strive difference.

Our Mission

We’re flipping the script with personal medicine. We strive to interrupt an industry that has been closed to personalized care, accessibility, and nuance for too long. We strive to shift a reactive view of self-care and ignite a proactive baseline-shifting approach to health for all. ‘The human element’ is our crux and catalyst, driving all that we do, whether we’re interacting with patients, providers, or practices. We’re here to partner with those ready for a change. More than a compounding pharmacy, we’re on a mission to positively disrupt healthcare as we know it. Strive is about more than medicine. Strive is about striving for the personal side of healthcare.

Job Description:

Company Overview

Before we opened Strive Pharmacy we were unsatisfied with the current state of the pharmaceutical industry. Most of the current pharmaceuticals only offer a one size fits all approach and often come with unwanted and potentially dangerous side effects. We found that through compounding we can offer a much more personalized solution to medicine.

Through this we have been able to help patients get the results they are seeking for their personal needs. After years of working for corporate chains we took the risk and opened Strive Pharmacy. We are dedicated to providing a better experience for each customer and clinic that we work with. Come see the Strive difference.

Our Mission

We’re flipping the script with personal medicine. We strive to interrupt an industry that has been closed to personalized care, accessibility, and nuance for too long. We strive to shift a reactive view of self-care and ignite a proactive baseline-shifting approach to health for all. ‘The human element’ is our crux and catalyst, driving all that we do, whether we’re interacting with patients, providers, or practices. We’re here to partner with those ready for a change. More than a compounding pharmacy, we’re on a mission to positively disrupt healthcare as we know it. Strive is about more than medicine. Strive is about striving for the personal side of healthcare.

Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8-5 Arizona time

Title: Manager, Project Management Office (PMO)

Position Summary

The Manager of the Project Management Office (PMO) is responsible for leading a team of Project Managers, overseeing a portfolio of cross-functional projects, and driving strategic program initiatives across the organization. This position balances hands-on project management responsibilities with leadership duties, ensuring the PMO functions as a high-performing, strategically aligned department.
The Manager will work closely with the PMO Director & VP of Program/Business Management to set goals, align priorities, and continuously improve PMO processes, while ensuring optimal workload distribution, effective communication, and career development for team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a manageable portfolio of active projects for all assigned project managers, providing direct PM coverage for the assigned departments

• Ensure assigned projects are being managed through initiation, planning, execution, and closure phases, ensuring alignment with business goals, on-time delivery, and adherence to scope and budget.

• Adjust project load if organizational demands require additional PM resources.

• Lead any identified program-level initiatives, developing and managing the program plan.

• Assign Project Managers to sub-projects within the program, ensuring integration and alignment with program objectives.

• Project Request Assignments: Receive and assign new project requests from the Project Request Form or business stakeholders to appropriate PMs.

• Workload Management: Monitor PM bandwidth; manage workload redistribution when necessary.

• 1:1 Meetings: Conduct weekly check-ins with each Project Manager to assess workload, priorities, project updates, and personal/professional development.

• Lead recurring PMO meetings for trainings, knowledge sharing, & awareness items.

• Work closely with the PMO Director to

  • Share high-level team updates during leadership meetings.

  • Strategize on addressing team feedback, challenges, or escalations.

  • Plan and track continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Set department goals each quarter and align individual PM objectives accordingly.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, or related field (PMP, PgMP, or similar certification preferred).

• Experience:

  • 5 years’ experience in project management across diverse functional areas.

  • 2 years in a leadership or PMO management role.

  • Proven track record of managing both individual projects and PM teams.

  • Experience with program-level initiatives and multi-project coordination.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to balance hands-on project work with management duties.

• Expertise in workload planning, prioritization, and resource assignment.

• Proficient in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).

• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict resolution skills.

• Proficiency with PM software tools and collaboration platforms, preferably Asana.

Benefits/ Perks

Strive Pharmacy provides a comprehensive benefits package that encompasses various perks such as employer paid healthcare coverage available after 30 days of employment, the choice of an FSA/HSA, a voucher for new hire scrubs (if applicable), parental leave, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, and the benefit of weekends and holidays off. FREE COMPOUNDED MEDS to employees and immediate family members.

Culture

At Strive, culture plays a fundamental role in shaping our workplace atmosphere. Beyond our exceptional benefits package, we foster a sense of community. Throughout the year, we arrange various holiday potlucks and festive celebrations. Strive is committed to promoting both personal and professional development, striving for our employees to excel and grow in every aspect of their lives, both within and outside of the workplace.

EEO

Strive Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

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